Automation efforts lacked a unified framework and a clearly defined QA strategy, making it difficult to enforce best practices, ensure consistency, and sustain automation across teams and releases.
Accelerated SAP Regression Testing by 40% for a Leading Automotive Enterprise in South Africa
TestingXperts' partnership with Tricentis established a robust automation foundation and sprint-ready execution. Integrated with SAP Solution Manager, the program reduced regression cycle time by 40% and lowered UAT/production defect leakage by 35%.
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Overview
The client is a globally recognized automotive enterprise, operating in South Africa as part of a leading international automotive group. They operate an end-to-end automotive and mobility platform spanning finance/leasing, subscriptions & rentals, insurance brokerage, digital mobility services, etc. To support ongoing delivery and scalabillity, the QA function required stronger operations and a standardized automation approach.
TestingXperts collaborated to provide the automation leadership and engineering depth the program required. We guided 16+ members from the functional/manual team, embedded a sprint-based execution discipline, and delivered the documentation and best-practice playbook that standardized how the work gets done.
Challenges
The client faced multiple challenges in strengthening its SAP quality engineering function while supporting enterprise-scale operations and frequent change. Key challenges included:
Lack of a Standardized Automation Framework
Complex Migration from SAP CBTA to Tosca
Existing SAP CBTA scripts were evaluated and migrated to Tricentis Tosca since CBTA did not support web-based automation, enabling automation across both desktop and web-based applications with a clear risk management strategy.
Limited Automation Governance and Technical Guidance
The automation team needed stronger solution architecture leadership and hands-on technical direction to sustain automation solutions at scale.
High Test Script Maintenance Effort
Frequent changes increased the effort required to maintain test scripts,impacting the overall effectiveness of regression testing.
Gaps in Documentation and Process Clarity
The absence of comprehensive process documentation created challenges in aligning teams, maintaining architectural intent, and ensuring repeatable delivery outcomes.
Solution
TestingXperts delivered a structured automation transformation grounded in a strong automation strategy and hands-on solution architecture leadership. Our approach combined framework engineering, tool integration, and sprint-aligned execution which created sustainable SAP automation ecosystem.
Automation Framework Design and Architecture
Designed and implemented a robust test automation framework aligned with organizational best practices. Defined clear automation standards, reusable components, shared repositories, and test data management to ensure consistency, maintainability, and long-term scalability.
CBTA to Tosca Migration Strategy
Planned and executed a structured migration from SAP CBTA to Tricentis Tosca, including risk assessment and mitigation. Migrated existing test cases into Tosca automation scripts to support reliable testing across desktop and web-based SAP applications.
Solution Architecture and Team Enablement
Provided end-to-end solution architecture and technical guidance while leading a 16+ member from the functional/manual team. Enabled teams to design, build, troubleshoot, and sustain automation solutions with greater confidence and architectural clarity.
Integrated Test Management with SAP Solution Manager
Managed test plans as per sprints with SAP Solution Manager with seamless integration of Tosca's execution results with Sol-Man's Test Management. This strengthened traceability, ensured alignment with business requirements, and brought structure to test governance.
Sprint-Based Execution and Continuous Improvement
Embedded proactive defect identification and resolution within each sprint, supported by regular demos and feedback cycles. Continuous refinement of test scripts improved automation effectiveness, stability, and readiness for ongoing change.
How TestingXperts Partnership with Tricentis Helped the Client
16+ Members from Functional/Manual Team Enabled -TestingXperts provided hands-on solution architecture and technical leadership to a client-side automation team.
2 SAP Application Surfaces Covered - Automation was enabled across both desktop and web-based SAP applications, ensuring broader coverage and unified testing practices.
100%
CBTA Script Migration to Tosca
40%
Faster Regression Execution
35%
Reduction in Defect Leakage
TestingXperts & Tricentis- Where SAP Testing Becomes a Strategic Advantage
Partnering with TestingXperts made QA a decisive advantage and replaced fragmented execution with a single operating rhythm that teams could trust. Standardized practices, shared assets, and strong governance raised the bar for how testing gets planned, executed, and maintained, bringing tighter control and higher confidence into every release cycle.
The program proved what disciplined quality engineering delivers. A durable automation capability that holds up under constant change, reduces day-to-day friction, and protects critical SAP processes. Repeatable methods and clear accountability helped QA lead releases instead of chasing them.
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